Language Arts/Literature

Social Studies

Grading Scale

A 100-90       B  89-80   

79-70            D  69-60

Materials

• Textbooks (Elements of Literature and Elements of Language)
• Paper (prefer a notebook for Language Arts/Literature only)
• Pen/Pencil
• Plan book
• Folder (prefer one for LA/Lit only)

My Information

Email- jkastory@sd13.org

Phone- 630-529-6211 X5342

Availability- 7:15-8:00am    3:40-4:15pm

Suggestions

• Fill in plan book regularly.
• Ask questions whenever unclear on    assignment or directions.
• Refer to the weekly agenda; it is on the chalkboard at all times.
• Communication is key; lets keep the lines open.

Seventh Grade Language Arts Curriculum

TEXTBOOKS

Elements of Literature / Elements of Language / Wordly Wise

INSTRUCTIONAL FOCUS AND UNITS

Reading - Literature textbook / literary elements / independent readings / novel studies / literature circles

Writing - Journals / Essays (narrative, persuasive, expository) / research reports

Grammar - Grammar textbook / D.O.L.

Vocabulary - Wordly Wise workbook / novel studies

Spelling - Bi-weekly units

Speeches - All about me, book talks, research based

Technology - Variety of computer skills and programs

Homework Grading- 2,1,0

Homework grades will be determined by a 2,1,0 scoring system.  Assignments that will receive these grades are Friday journals, reading strategies, readers workshop reflections, and other daily assignments.  The 2,1,0 grades will not be directly factored into the final grade, but used at the end of the quarter to assess the students effort and preparedness for class.  The scale below shows the scoring system for 2,1,0:

2 = 80% and above

1 = 60-79%

0 = below 60%

Grading Scale

A 100-90         B 89-80

C 79-70          D 69-60

Grades will be determined on a points system.  Tests and projects will have the most weight.  Daily assignments and other homework will be scored on a 2,1,0 system and factored into the final grade at the end of the quarter based on where your student stands.  The "daily warm-up" has an equivalent grade of a quiz.  Current event reactions will also be scored as a quiz because I will be assessing several skills at once throughout the school year in that assignment.

• Textbook (American Journey)
• Paper (prefer a notebook for Social Studies only)
• Pen/Pencil
• Plan book
• Folder (prefer one for Social Studies only)

My Information

Phone- 630-529-6211 X5342

Availability- 7:15-8:00am   3:40-4:15pm

What will my son/daughter learn in Social Studies?

In 7^th grade the focus is on United States History through the Civil War.  We will focus on many key events that helped shape the nation become what it is today.  We will start at early explorations and colonization of the Americas.  From there we will move onto the American Revolution and the creation of our constitution.  Finally, we will journey through the 1800's and look at the events that split the United States and led to the Civil War.

Suggestions

• Fill in plan book regularly.
• Ask questions whenever unclear on assignment or directions.
• Refer to the weekly agenda; it is on the chalkboard at all times.
• Communication is key; let's keep the lines open.

Seventh Grade Curriculum Guide

*Unit of Study:  The Constitution of the United States.  All seventh grade students will be required to pass The Constitution Unit.